Snow Retention Leaders Collaborate On Free Educational Course

Mechanicsburg, PA – SnoBlox-SnoJax Inc., the originator in polycarbonate snow guards for metal roof systems, and Englewood, CO-based Snobar, a leading producer of bar-style snow guards since 1991, have announced the joint development of a free online educational course titled "Modern Snow Retention Products and Installation Methods". The program is available online at www.snowretention101.com.

The course is accredited by the American Institute of Architects and is designed to benefit architects, contractors and homeowners. It qualifies for 1.5 continuing education credits for AIA members. The course covers the history of snow retention, modern product designs, layout theory, and discusses various types of failures and how to avoid them. The course is also loaded with photos that complement the easy-to-understand content.

About SnoBlox-SnoJax

SnoBlox-SnoJax was founded by the late Jack McMullen, a building contractor who invented the very first polycarbonate snow guard in 1976. His son Brion, who has always been in charge of marketing, continues his father’s legacy by developing innovative, field-proven, professionally tested snow guards for metal roofs. After 30 years, snow retention remains the company's main business, though it& now also offers a number of complementary products such as gutter guards, snow guard attachment products, non-penetrating rooftop mounting clamps and vent stabilizers. To learn more, visit www.snoblox-snojax.com.